Sae Chichibu-Denny, MD, LCPC, LPC

Sae Chichibu-Denny, MD, LCPC, LPC, brings nine years of clinical experience to her practice, holding licensure in Maryland and working with clients from Virginia. Her credentials include an MD, indicating a medical degree, an LCPC which stands for Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, and an LPC or Licensed Professional Counselor - each credential reflecting advanced training and state licensure to provide mental health care. She specializes in supporting people facing mood disorders, anxiety, relationship and family challenges, depression, trauma and abuse, and addiction.

Sae approaches each person with the belief that they are the expert of their own story and that existing strengths can be mobilized to overcome life difficulties. She frames the work as a collaborative process, offering guidance, skills, and support while honoring individual goals and values. Taking the first step toward a more fulfilling and happier life requires courage, and Sae positions herself as a steady, compassionate ally in that process. Her practice emphasizes practical strategies and evidence-based techniques tailored to the needs of individuals and families navigating stress, conflict, and recovery.

Evidence-Based Approaches and Flexible Online Care

Sae uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques tailored to each person's needs. One focus is skills-based work that teaches practical coping tools for managing anxiety, stress, and mood symptoms - these techniques help clients develop strategies for emotional regulation and day-to-day functioning. Another emphasis is trauma-focused interventions that prioritize safety, pacing, and processing of difficult experiences to reduce the impact of past harm on current relationships and well-being. A third area of focus is relational and family-centered work that addresses communication patterns, boundaries, and problem-solving within couples and families to improve connection and resolve conflict.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Sae collaborates with each client to identify which techniques fit their goals, preferences, and life circumstances, and adjusts the plan over time as needs change. This collaborative stance helps ensure the work feels relevant and manageable.

Online therapy options - including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging - make it easier to access consistent care from licensed professionals. These formats offer flexibility for scheduling, the ability to engage from home or other convenient locations, and multiple ways to communicate so clients can choose what works best for them.